Mississippi Tax Rate Changes, June 2015

Effective June 1, 2015, the City of Como, Mississippi, will levy special taxes on the following:

The gross proceeds from hotel/motel room rentals: $1 per night per occupied room.

The sale of prepared food: 2%.

The taxes, which are in addition to all other taxes in Como, will generate funds for Como tourism, parks and recreation.

Taxpayers should report the 2% prepared food tax using rate code 92, either online or on Form 72-010. The $1 occupancy tax must be remitted separately, in a separate Occupancy Tax account (must be established by July 20, 2105). Additional information.

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